Vice President of Operations & Transformation

Vice President of Operations & Transformation

About the Company

Popular regional provider of premium landscaping services

Industry
Environmental Services

Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

Founded
1984

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Architecture
• Botany
• Construction
• Ecology
• Engineering & Design
• Environmental Services & Recycling
• Forestry
• Lawns and Grass
• New York State
• Northeast
• Other Biz Services
• Services
• Waste Treatment
• Renewables & Environment Environmental Consulting
• Home and Garden
• Service Industry,

Specialties

• tree pruning
• plant health care
• lawn care
• organic programs
• historic preservation
• residential
• commercial
• municipal landscape stewardship
• arborcare
• arboriculture
• and tree care

Business Classifications

• B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Operations and Transformation to play a pivotal role in the organization's growth and operational excellence. This enterprise-level operator will be responsible for the performance, standardization, and continuous improvement of field operations and specialty service lines across all markets. The successful candidate will own the enterprise operating model, support P&Ls, and drive revenue growth and margin targets. A key aspect of the role is leading high-impact, cross-functional initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The VP will also be involved in strategic planning, and change leadership, and will be the senior technical authority on operational and service delivery standards. Applicants must have a background in field services, with a focus on distributed, seasonal, or direct-to-consumer business models. The role requires a proven track record in leading large-scale initiatives, strong operational and financial acumen, and the ability to influence and drive execution in a decentralized organization. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a preference for candidates holding an MBA or advanced degree and experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a bias for action, a strong execution mindset, and the ability to balance strategy with real-world execution while maintaining strong relationships with both corporate and field leaders.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Operating Officer

Functions

• Operations